Edgyalbert Presents: 5 Shoes Everyone Should Have (Except I cheated and it's 7)

Introduction

In this section, Albert Muskies introduces himself and the topic he will be discussing in the video.

Introducing the Topic

• Albert Muskies introduces himself as Edgy Albert and discusses the difficult question he has been grappling with for almost a week.

• He talks about the question of choosing five pairs of shoes that every person should have, which is a difficult question to answer.

• He mentions how people tend to hoard clothes and how it can be a problem.

Framing the Question

In this section, Albert frames the question by providing specific scenarios and advice on what to do with old clothes.

Specific Scenarios

• Albert provides a scenario where someone has a decent budget and is starting fresh with their wardrobe.

• He mentions that he can only give advice on what he personally owns.

Advice on Old Clothes

• He advises not to throw away old clothes but instead donate them or keep them because they may come back in style later.

• He talks about how buying and wearing new clothing is important for educating oneself about new brands.

Choosing Shoes

In this section, Albert discusses his approach to choosing shoes and why he cannot recommend certain shoes without owning them.

Approach to Choosing Shoes

• Albert admits that he cannot get five pairs of shoes into his list because he needs two pairs of athletic shoes.

• He talks about how he cannot recommend shoes that he does not own.

Conclusion

• Albert concludes the video without providing a specific list of five pairs of shoes.

The Best Shoes for Different Occasions

In this section, the speaker talks about different categories of shoes that are suitable for various occasions.

Categories of Shoes

• Hip Walker: A trendy walking shoe that is comfortable and functional.

• Retro Sneaker/Classic Sneaker: A good-looking shoe that is not necessarily utilitarian but can be worn on many occasions.

• Leather Shoe: A versatile shoe suitable for formal events or casual outings.

• Leather Boot Lace-up: A durable boot with laces that can be worn in different settings.

• Impractical Leather Shoe: An aesthetically pleasing shoe that may not be practical for everyday use.

Choosing the Right Walking Shoe

In this section, the speaker discusses her preferred walking shoes and what makes them comfortable.

New Balance 990 v5

• The New Balance 990 v5 is a great walking shoe that is comfortable and visually interesting.

• It has suede leather and mesh, which make it breathable and durable.

• The shoe has a lot of texture, making it visually appealing.

• It ages well over time.

Other Walking Shoes

• Solomon XT4s and XT6s are popular technical sneakers but may not be as friendly on the feet as the New Balance 990 v5.

Chunky and Funky Sneakers

In this section, the speaker talks about chunky and funky sneakers that are visually interesting and comfortable. He mentions Nike, Adidas, Asics, Hoka, and New Balance as some of the brands that make these types of shoes.

Chunky Sneakers

• The 574 from New Balance is cheaper but still visually interesting.

• Asics has a new frontier of cool shoes with a chunkier more running-based background.

• Hoka has entered this arena with some shoes that aren't explicitly running shoes like the Clifton L or Moth Fate Mafati.

• The speaker gravitates towards something chunky, modern or simply hip.

Fashionable Walking Shoes

• These are not shoes that the speaker personally wears with long pants because he feels weird doing so.

• He prefers traditional leather shoe and boot guy but accepts comfort is nice.

• The ideal fashionable walking shoe for him is something that a hot fashion girl would wear on her hot girl walk.

Classic Sneakers

In this section, the speaker talks about classic sneakers such as Nike Cortez, Reebok Classic Leather or Original Leather. He also mentions Air Force One and Chuck 70s as versatile sneakers that will never go out of style.

Classic Sneakers

• These are comfortable sneakers but not made of super technical materials.

• They can be made of canvas like Chuck 70s which are versatile sneakers ever.

• Retro ones can be chunky and funky like New Balance 992/993 but they're more like shoes that a certain cool guy wears.

Reebok Club C

• This shoe is easy to wear with anything and is very versatile.

• It's also really affordable.

Conclusion

In this section, the speaker concludes by saying that there are tons of great options for classic sneakers. He advises not to get rid of sneakers because they're hard to predict what will be cool or not. The speaker also mentions that he didn't buy all of his shoes but received some as store credit or sent to him if they think he'll like it.

Classic Sneakers

• White leather, black canvas, red swoosh are easy to work into the rest of the wardrobe.

• There are tons of ways you can go with this such as Jordan Fours, Dunks, Sambas or Vans.

• These are really classic sneakers that won't go out of style.

• If you're going to stay in this game longer and continue buying sneakers you can get weirder.

Shoes to Own

In this section, the speaker talks about different types of shoes that one should own and their versatility.

Leather Shoes

• The speaker recommends Solovair as an alternative to Doc Martens due to their transparent labor practices.

• Solovair makes shoes in the same factory where Doc Martens used to be made, using old machines and techniques.

• Solovair's leather Gibson shoe is a versatile option that can be worn with jeans or dressed up for nicer occasions.

Lace-up Leather Shoes

• The speaker recommends lace-up leather shoes over loafers due to their versatility and ability to be worn for longer distances.

• Paraboot is a recommended brand for chunky lace-up shoes that can work almost like boots.

Lace-up Boots

• The speaker suggests lace-up boots for winter walking and recommends doing research before purchasing a pair.

• Alden is mentioned as a good brand for boots, while Westco and Viberg White's Boots make fancier options.

Shoes, Boots, and Sneakers

In this section, the speaker talks about different types of shoes, boots, and sneakers that are versatile and functional. She also provides recommendations for specific brands and styles.

Loafers

• Loafers are versatile fashion-wise but not function-wise.

• Black stocking webbers from 316 collab are recommended by the speaker.

• Baswins are easy to come by even vintage.

Cowboy Boots

• The Casey from Takovas Ranch Road is recommended by the speaker.

• Some cowboy boots are dress boots and not durable for everyday use.

• Cowboy boots can be fun for outfits but may not be worn all the time.

Building a Wardrobe

• Be patient when building a new wardrobe.

• It's okay to have a tight selection of shoes and outfit repeat.

• Clothes get better with time and wear.

Additional Recommendations

In this section, the speaker adds more shoe recommendations after being sent some shoes by Tilly's.

Asics Gel Light 3

• The Asics Gel Light 3 is a retro classic sneaker that comes in multiple colors.

• They have a split tongue which is an innovation for runners because cross-country runners' tongues would slide to either side of the shoe.

Asics Gel 1130

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• The gray colorway of Asics Gel 1130 is recommended by the speaker.

Fashion Purchases

In this section, the speaker talks about his recent fashion purchases and how they contribute to his personal style.

Recent Purchases

• The gray colorway looks like a pair of New Balances and is better than the 990 v6s.

• The white mesh silver colorway is a fashion purchase that no one will notice.

• The speaker wears cowboy boots but wants a pair of Wheaties made of horse leather.

• There is a low-heeled back zip model that the speaker's friend Michael has, but he prefers the Guidi boot with lamorva heel.

Personal Style

• The Guidi boot has a beautiful presence, but the speaker may not be able to rock them as well as others.

• The speaker acknowledges that it took him some time to come around to certain styles.